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The image shows a yellowed and aged newspaper clipping from the Times, Trenton, N.J., dated March 28, 1938. The article is titled "City Of Croesus Expedition Goal." The article discusses an archaeological expedition to Turkey, sponsored by Harvard University and the Museum of Fine Arts in Boston, aimed at locating the ancient city of Sardis, which was once the capital of the Lydian Empire.

Key points from the article include:

• The expedition is led by Professor George M. A. Hanfmann of Harvard University, who is a renowned archaeologist.
• The goal is to find the city of Sardis, where King Croesus ruled and which was known for its wealth and the invention of coinage.
• The team includes Henry Detweiler, an architect from Cornell University, who will oversee the reconstruction of the ancient city's ruins.
• The expedition is planned to last for six weeks and will involve detailed surveying and excavation work.
• The site is located about 65 miles east of Izmir (referred to as Smyrna in the article) on the west coast of Turkey.

The clipping appears to be part of a larger collection or scrapbook, as indicated by the number "7" at the top left corner. The paper shows signs of aging, with discoloration and some stains.

The image shows a page from an old newspaper, specifically the "Trenton Times" dated March 8, 1958. The article is titled "City Of Croesus Expedition Goal" and is clipped from the newspaper and pasted onto a larger sheet of paper. The article discusses an archaeological expedition aimed at uncovering the ruins of the ancient city of Croesus in Turkey.

Key points from the article include:

• The expedition is sponsored by the Museum of Fine Arts at Harvard University and the American Schools of Oriental Research.
• The director of the expedition is George M. A. Hanfmann, who is also the curator of classical art at the Museum of Fine Arts at Harvard.
• The expedition is led by a team of experts, including Professor Robert H. Dyson Jr., a professor of architecture at Cornell University and a member of the American Schools of Oriental Research.
• The goal is to explore a site near Smyrna, Turkey, which is believed to be the ancient city of Croesus, known for its wealth and historical significance.

The newspaper page appears to be preserved in a scrapbook or archive, as evidenced by the creases and the additional notes or dates on the margins.

The image shows a page from a newspaper clipping dated March 2, 1958, from the Trenton Evening Times. The headline reads "City Of Croesus Expedition Goal."

Here's a detailed summary of the article:

The article discusses an archaeological expedition aiming to uncover the ruins of the ancient city of Croesus, which is traditionally associated with Lydia, an ancient kingdom in what is now western Turkey.

Key points include:

• The expedition is organized by the Harvard University Museum of Far Eastern Antiquities and the Bollingen Foundation of the American Schools of Oriental Research.
• The expedition will be led by a team of researchers, with George F. Hill, who is the director of the Far Eastern Antiquities at the Harvard University Museum, serving as the field director.
• The expedition will be searching for archaeological evidence in the region known for its ancient history, which is said to have been home to the legendary King Croesus.
• The expedition is targeting an area near Smyrna (Izmir), on the Turkish coast.
• The article mentions that this area has been a byword for over 2,500 years, hinting at the historical significance of the site.

The article is accompanied by a reference to the date, publication details, and a brief description of the expedition's goals and participants.

The image shows a yellowed, aged newspaper clipping titled "City of Croesus Expedition Goal" from The Times, dated March 8, 1958. The article discusses an expedition to uncover the ruins of the city of Croesus, which was fabled to be wealthy. The expedition, led by Professor Richard Stillwell, aims to excavate the site at Sardis in Turkey, which has been buried for over 2,500 years. The project is sponsored by the Corning Museum of Glass and the Museum of the American Schools of Oriental Research. The director of the expedition will be George M. A. Hanfmann, and the field director will be Mrs. Mary E. C. Hall, an expert in Greek architecture. The expedition plans to excavate a 200-square-meter area at the site.

The image is a page from a newspaper, specifically from The New York Times, dated March 23, 1958. The headline of the featured article is "City Of Croesus Expedition Goal."

Here's a detailed summary of the article:

• Title and Location: The article discusses an expedition aiming to uncover the ancient city of Croesus, which is famed for its wealth.
• Expedition Details: The expedition is organized by Cornell University in Ithaca, New York, with the goal of exploring the ancient city believed to be Sardis, the capital of the kingdom of Lydia, located in modern-day Turkey.
• Historical Context: The city is historically significant, having been lost for more than 2,500 years.
• Sponsorship and Support: The expedition is sponsored by the American Schools of Oriental Research, the Fogg Museum of Art, and the Corning Museum of Glass, along with several other institutions.
• Team and Leadership: The expedition is led by George M.A. Hanfmann, who is both a professor of fine arts at Harvard University and the curator of classical art at the Fogg Museum. Additionally, he is supported by an advisory committee that includes other distinguished scholars and professors.
• Expedition Plans: The team plans to excavate around the site of Sart, located about 60 miles inland from Izmir (formerly Smyrna) on the western coast of Turkey.

The article provides a snapshot of the ambitious archaeological endeavor aimed at rediscovering and studying one of history’s legendary cities.

The image shows an old newspaper clipping pasted into a book. The clipping is from the Trenton Times, dated March 2, 1958. The headline reads "City Of Croesus Expedition Goal," referring to an expedition aimed at uncovering the ruins of Croesus, the wealthy king of Lydia.

Key points from the article include:

• The expedition aims to explore the ruins of Croesus's city, which has been buried for more than 2,500 years.
• The location of the excavation is near Smyrna, on the Turkish coast.
• The expedition is sponsored by the Museum of Fine Arts in Boston, the American School of Classical Studies at Athens, and the Bollingen Foundation of the American Schools of Oriental Research.
• The expedition is led by George M. A. Hanfmann, who is the director of the expedition, a professor of classical art at Harvard, and the keeper of classical art at the Museum of Fine Arts.
• The expedition will visit the site, which is about 45 miles inland from Smyrna.

The newspaper clipping appears to be in good condition but shows signs of aging, including some discoloration and spots, likely from exposure to light and time. The clipping is pasted into a page that also has some visible marks and stains, indicating that it is part of a larger collection or scrapbook.

This is an image of a aged and slightly damaged newspaper page. At the top left corner, there's a label that says "7" and below it the date "MAR 2 1958" can be seen. Adjacent to the label is a header with "TIMES Trenton, N. J." The primary article on the page features the title "City Of Croesus Expedition Goal" along with a subheading and body text that follows.

The overall condition of the paper suggests it's quite old, as indicated by the browning of the paper, some spots that resemble water damage, and the edges of the paper show signs of wear and fraying. It seems to be preserved or displayed on a flat surface with a gray background, possibly for archival or exhibition purposes.

The image shows an old, yellowed scrapbook page with a small newspaper clipping glued near the top left corner. The clipping is titled "City Of Croesus Expedition Goal" and is datelined "ITHACA, N.Y." It discusses an expedition aiming to uncover the ruins of a city once ruled by Croesus in Turkey. The article mentions the expedition is sponsored by Cornell University, the Fogg Art Museum of Harvard University, and the Bollingen Foundation under the American Schools of Oriental Research. It names A. Henry Detweiler, an associate dean and professor at Cornell, as a field adviser and architect, and George M.A. Hanfmann, a Harvard professor and keeper of classical art, as the expedition director. The site targeted is the ancient Lydian city of Sardis on the Turkish west coast, about 65 miles inland from Izmir (Smyrna). The page also has a faint stamp at the top showing "TIMES Trenton, N.J. MAR 2 8 1958" and handwritten numbers above the clipping. The rest of the page is blank with some discolorations and marks.

The image shows an open book, likely a newspaper or magazine, with a page displaying a news article. The page has a beige background with a few white spots, and it appears to be from the early 1950s based on the date mentioned in the article. The article is titled "City of Croesus Expedition Goal" and discusses an archaeological expedition to the ancient city of Sardis in Turkey, which was once ruled by Croesus, a legendary king known for his wealth.

The article provides details about the expedition, including the involvement of Harvard University and the Fogg Art Museum, as well as the director of the expedition, George M. A. Hanfmann. The expedition is described as a significant undertaking that will last for several years and aims to uncover the ruins of the ancient city.

The image captures the page in an open state, with the left side of the page showing the title and some introductory text, while the right side contains the main body of the article. The article appears to be written in a formal and informative tone, providing details about the archaeological goals, the team involved, and the historical significance of the expedition.

An open book is placed on a white surface. The book has a brown cover with a few stains on it. The page on the left has some text and numbers printed on it. The page on the right has some text printed on it. The book is opened to page 7, which has the text "City of Croesus Expedition Goal" and some other text.